June 4, 2009
Dear Little League Volunteer:
You may have heard about the tragic accident last night during a weather-related delay
in a Spotsylvania County (Va.) Little League game. One child died as a result of a
lightning strike, and another was injured.
We at Little League International extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Little
Leaguer Chelal Matos. Our thoughts and prayers also are with the child who was injured,
and with his family.
As you know, Little League International has provided extensive information to its
member leagues on lightning safety, in conjunction with the National Oceanographic
and Atmospheric Administration. We are taking this opportunity to remind all parents
and volunteers to review the information linked below.
www.littleleague.org/Assets/newsletters/ASAP/May-June+2008+ASAP+Newsletter.pdf
www.littleleague.org/Assets/forms_pubs/asap_signs/See+It+Flee+It.pdf
www.littleleague.org/Assets/newsletters/ASAP/March+2009+ASAP+Newsletter.pdf
Sincerely,
Stephen D. Keener
President and Chief Executive Officer
Little League International
P.O. Box 3485
539 US Route 15 Hwy
Williamsport, PA 17701-0485
Phone: 570-326-1921
Fax: 570-326-1074
